I took some time out today for a spot of cushion making...The lovely old arm chair was another that I picked up recently from the recycling centre, for the bargain price of £20 - Very comfy it is, but I'm all for an extra little bit of squishiness that only a feather filled cushion can provide!
I used a lovely hand worked antique tapestry as the centrepiece, combined with a rare velvet Sanderson at the sides, and a French striped fabric woven with a rose design, top and bottom. For the backing, I used a charity shop find (£1!) in a wonderful olive green.
There had been so much to do since moving into our new home, that I hardly touched my sewing machine for 3 months (unheard of usually!!) - As we settle and decide how we'd like each room to look, it's been wonderful to get back to stitching and playing with fabrics again!
And there's no escaping that a bit of this needs to happen very soon! - I have several fairs booked before the festive season...the first one is on Saturday -
When the Frome Vintage Bazaar celebrates its 5th Birthday!
Niki x
Gorgeous cushions and that little red crowned Christmas Miss is quite charming! Yes, I could spend quite a few hours watching weather, birds, or any other little creatures that happened along from that lovely vantage point you have! :)
ReplyDeleteAll lovely as always - glad you are settling in
ReplyDeleteThank you ladies! VERY happy here! :) Niki x
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